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Warnings:

Caution! Combustible. Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and all other sources of ignition. Do not use in areas where vapors can accumulate and concentrate such as basements, bathrooms or small, enclosed areas. Use only with adequate ventilation to prevent buildup of vapors. If possible, refuel outdoors in an open-air area. If refueling indoors, open all windows and doors and maintain a cross ventilation of moving fresh air across the work area. If strong odor is noticed or you experience slight dizziness, headache, nausea or eye-watering - stop - ventilation is inadequate. Leave area immediately.Danger! Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Do not take internally. Contains petroleum distillates. Reports have associated repeated and prolonged exposure to solvents with neurological and other physiological damage. Intentional misuse of this product by deliberately concentrating and inhaling vapors can be harmful or fatal. Avoid breathing of vapors or mist and contact with skin and eyes. Keep out of reach of children.

Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS:Hazards IdentificationEmergency Overview: Caution! Combustible! Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and all other sources of ignition. Vapors may cause fire. Vapors may travel long distances to other areas and rooms away from work site. Do not smoke. Extinguish all flames and pilot lights, and turn off stoves, heaters, electric motors and all other sources of ignition anywhere the structure, dwelling or building during use and until all vapors are gone from work site and all areas away from the work site. Keep away from electrical outlets and switches. Beware of static electricity that may be generated by synthetic clothing and other sources.Potential Health EffectsInhalation: Vapor concentration may cause headache, dizziness, irritation of the respiratory tract, eye irritation, stupor, depression of the central nervous system, watering of the eyes, weakness, nausea, muscle twitches, and kidney effects. Aspiration into lungs may cause pneumonia or death. Severe overexposure may cause convulsions, unconsciousness, and death.Skin contact: May cause irritation.Eye contact: Liquid contact may cause irritation.Ingestion: Causes irritation of the stomach and intestines, resulting in nausea and vomiting.Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure: None known.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS:Reports have associated repeated and prolonged overexposure to solvents with neurological and other physiological damage. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause redness, irritation, and scaling of the skin. May cause skin irritation, anemi

Carcinogenicity:

Does not Contain ingredients listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP or OSHA.

First Aid:

Inhalation: If user experiences breathing difficulty, move to air free of vapors. Administer oxygen or artificial respiration until medical assistance can be rendered.Skin contact: Wash with soap and large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation from contact persists.Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with water, remove any contact lens, continue flushing with water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Call your poison control center, hospital emergency room, or physician immediately.

Read carefully all cautions and directions on product label before use. Since empty container retains residue, follow all label warnings even after container is empty. Dispose of empty container according to all regulations. Do not reuse this container.Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store near flames or at elevated temperatures.

Disposal:

Dispose in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.